Strategic Finance & Operations Director (Hybrid, Nonprofit)

The Night Ministry; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Night Ministry in Chicago is seeking a Director of Finance & Operations to lead accounting, finance, business administration, and oversee technology and facilities. As a member of the Strategic Leadership Team, you will partner with senior leadership, manage the annual budget, cash flow, audits, and ensure compliance with nonprofit financial standards.

This is a hybrid role with collaboration across staff and board committees, funders and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA or master’s preferred.
• 7–10 years’ experience in accounting/finance; nonprofit experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP for nonprofit organizations.
• Technology savvy with Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; proven supervision experience.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions (AP, AR, Payroll) for TNM.
• Manage grant vouchers and reflect spend against funder budgets.
• Provide monthly/annual financial analysis to Management and Board.
• Lead annual audit and liaison with external auditors.
• Oversee budgeting, cash flow, banking relationships, and internal controls.
• Review insurance policies and IT/payroll systems with VP.
• Present budgets to Board and ensure compliance with funding sources.
• Attend Board meetings to present financial statements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Nonprofit accounting

Collaboration

Communication

Financial analysis

Leadership

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s in accounting

Master’s degree or CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

The Night Ministry in Chicago is seeking a Director of Finance & Operations to lead accounting, finance, business administration, and oversee technology and facilities. As a member of the Strategic Leadership Team, you will partner with senior leadership, manage the annual budget, cash flow, audits, and ensure compliance with nonprofit financial standards.

This is a hybrid role with collaboration across staff and board committees, funders and vendors.